![]() Dry Falls, Highlands NC Frozen Dry Falls NC – Photo by Nancy Parrishĭry Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls on the east coast and in the Blue Ridge Mountains. > See our Guide to Courthouse Falls for more information. 5 miles roundtrip, is creekside and very pretty. Accessibility to this frozen waterfall during winter weather may keep you from being able to visit – As a 4×4 will be required, assuming the gate is open. Due to it’s remote location, it’s not near as busy as many of the other waterfalls listed here. The drive out the hike is beautiful, the hike itself is short and very pretty. One of our personal favorite Blue Ridge waterfalls is Courthouse Falls, located off Highway 215 in North Carolina. To find this frozen waterfall, follow this guide with directions and a trail walkthrough. During the winter, and under the right conditions, it turns into a winter wonderland, that is easily accessible and makes for some great winter photography. The Cascades area very popular waterfall and summer swimming hole, and is a beautiful waterfall. Cascade Falls, Pembroke Virginia Frozen Cascade Falls VirginiaĬascade Falls (also called The Cascades) is located along a 4-mile round trip hike. All of these are easily accessible and located either roadside or along short and easy to moderate hikes. Here are our top frozen waterfalls to Visit, in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Top Frozen Waterfalls to Visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains Bring Microspikes for your boots – These can really make a difference.Wear hiking boots, and wear thick socks.Dress in layers, and wear wool or “stay-dry” clothing.Additionally, many forest access roads that take you to the waterfalls are closed during the winter or may be dangerous to drive, so please be careful and use your best judgment.īut if you’re brave enough to head out in the cold temperatures, your adventure will be worth it! But be sure you have the proper gear when viewing frozen waterfalls! Here are some suggestions: ![]() Not all waterfalls are easily accessible in the winter, due to the ice, which can make creek crossings very dangerous. A frozen Looking Glass Falls – Photo by Steven Freedman Photography While the waterfalls of the Blue Ridge Mountains are always gorgeous and beautiful to see, seeing a frozen waterfall during the winter is magical and simply amazing.īlue Ridge waterfalls, and areas surrounding them, in cold temperatures, freeze up, causing the waterfalls themselves, the creeks, and the areas around the waterfalls to transform into magical icy winter wonderlands and natural sculptures. ![]() ![]() Winter here in the Blue Ridge Mountains not only brings cold weather but many different and unique things to see and do. ![]()
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